LANXESS achieved top sustainability ratings in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index Europe, ISS ESG, MSCI ESG and Gold Status from EcoVadis.
LANXESS has recently secured top rankings in multiple prestigious sustainability assessments. In the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) Europe, the specialty chemicals company ranked first in the Chemicals category with a score of 79 out of 100 points. Globally, LANXESS achieved 4th
place in the DJSI World, excelling in areas such as climate strategy, water management, corporate ethics, human rights, and product stewardship.
“The excellent scores we have achieved in various sustainability ratings reflect our unwavering commitment to sustainable business practices. They show that we take our responsibility to the environment, society and good corporate governance seriously,” has stated Hubert Fink, member of the Board of Management at LANXESS.
In November, the rating agency MSCI ESG reaffirmed LANXESS' AA rating for the fourth consecutive year, positioning the company among the highest-rated in the Commodity & Diversified Chemical industry. MSCI ESG evaluates companies on their ability to manage environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks.
The same month, ISS ESG upgraded LANXESS' rating from B- to B (on a scale from A+ to D-), confirming its prime status. This recognition places LANXESS among the best-rated companies in the chemical industry, with ISS ESG assessing nearly 100 industry-specific indicators.
Additionally, LANXESS earned a gold-level sustainability rating from EcoVadis, ranking in the top 5% of over 100,000 companies evaluated. The EcoVadis assessment helps businesses measure the sustainability performance of their partners.
About LANXESS
LANXESS is a global supplier of specialty chemicals with over 12,400 people across 32 countries. Its core business focuses on developing, producing, and marketing chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products. LANXESS consistently earns high rankings in sustainability ratings, including the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, MSCI ESG, and ISS ESG, reflecting its strong commitment to sustainable practices.